Tag Archives: Riesling

Patatas bravas with spicy tomato sauce

Wine with food: Crispy patatas bravas with spicy salsa brava and a glass of Spanish red wine on a wooden table.

The fiery tapas classic from the heart of Spain If you are looking for the ideal wine to accompany your meal, the combination of patatas bravas and a Spanish red wine full of character is a true revelation for the palate. This wine and food pairing is an impressive demonstration of how the rustic simplicity […]

Grilled squid with lemon oil

Wine with food: Grilled octopus on a white plate with lemon oil and a glass of Catalan white wine.

Maritime freshness and fine roasted aromas Finding the perfect wine to go with food is an art that is particularly at its best with seafood such as grilled octopus. In the world of wine and food, the smoky accents from the grill harmonize wonderfully with fresh, citrusy components. This recipe for grilled squid with lemon […]

Crema Catalana

Wine with food: A classic Crema Catalana with a burnt sugar crust alongside a glass of Cava sparkling wine.

The sweet classic with the crispy caramel topping The right wine with a meal is what makes the end of a Catalan meal a perfect experience. In the world of wine and food, crema catalana is one of the most traditional desserts, with its creamy texture and hard sugar coating. Unlike French crème brûlée, it […]

Coca de Verdura (Catalan-style vegetable pie)

Wine with food - A crispy coca de verdura with peppers and eggplants on a rustic table next to a glass of Muscat Seco.

Mediterranean delight from the tray meets floral freshness Wine with food is an art that unfolds its full splendor especially with Mediterranean classics such as Coca de Verdura. This Catalan specialty, often described as Spain’s answer to pizza, impresses with a crispy, mostly yeast-free dough base and a topping of the finest seasonal vegetables. The […]

Rabanadas (Portuguese French toast)

Wine with food: Golden brown rabanadas with cinnamon and sugar served with a glass of tawny port.

A sweet traditional pastry from Portuguese festive cuisine Finding the right wine to accompany a meal with a dessert such as rabanadas is a particularly enjoyable challenge for any discerning connoisseur. The art of harmoniously combining wine and food is demonstrated here in the combination of aromatic cinnamon, fine sugar and golden-brown baked bread. Rabanadas […]

Sopa de castanhas (chestnut soup)

Wine with the meal: Creamy sopa de castanhas chestnut soup served with a glass of Douro Branco Reserva white wine.

An autumnal classic with a velvety texture Wine with food is a passion that comes into its own with a warming chestnut soup, especially in the cooler months of the year. The harmonious combination of wine and food in this Portuguese classic requires a sure instinct, as the nutty and slightly sweet aromas of the […]

Fennel and orange salad with roasted almonds & olive oil and lemon

Wine with food: Fennel and orange salad with almonds and a glass of Picpoul de Pinet on a garden table.

Mediterranean freshness and citrusy elegance on the plate Choosing the right wine to go with the food is crucial to fully exploit the subtle nuances of this salad. When pairing wine and food, the balance between the acidity of the orange and the aniseed note of the fennel is particularly important. This fennel and orange […]

Cape Malay chicken curry

Wine with food with an aromatic Cape Malay chicken curry, roti bread and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc from Elgin.

Exotic spice worlds from Cape Town at your own dining table When it comes to the harmonious combination of wine and food, the Cape Malay Chicken Curry is a fascinating example of cultural diversity. This dish originated in the kitchens of the Malay slaves at the Cape of Good Hope and combines Indonesian influences with […]

Grilled snoek (cape mackerel with apricot glaze)

Wine with a meal of grilled snoek, apricot glaze and a glass of Chenin Blanc on a terrace in the Swartland.

South African tradition meets elegant finesse Today, our search for the perfect wine to accompany our meal takes us to the sunny coast of South Africa, where snoek is considered a culinary sanctuary. This Cape mackerel is characterized by firm, fatty meat and a strong aroma of its own, which is traditionally refined over an […]

Pa amb tomàquet with Jamón Ibérico

Wine with food: Pa amb tomàquet with Jamón Ibérico and a glass of cava in a tapas bar.

The Catalan essence of the highest product quality Anyone looking for the ideal wine to accompany a meal will inevitably stumble across the fascinating world of Catalan tapas culture. There are few dishes where the harmony between wine and food is as evident as in the traditional pa amb tomàquet, which is refined here with […]

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